00:00Since the founding of Cheney University of Pennsylvania back in 1837, historically black
00:06colleges and universities have been the cornerstone of higher education within the black community.
00:11From the late Toni Morrison to the vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, some of the world's
00:17most celebrated artists, activists, and leaders have graduated from the best schools in the
00:22nation.
00:23And tonight, we're celebrating the past, present, and future of the HVCU experience
00:28and black excellence at its finest.
00:31We're going to shine a light on current students and alumni from seven HVCUs who are being honored
00:37with the prestigious She Got Now Award.
00:39Plus, we're going to deliver some homecoming flavor straight to your doorstep.
00:43This is the She Got Now 2020 Homecoming Virtual Experience by Pepsi and Essence.
